Counter-Strike 2: The Best Crosshairs (2024)

Crosshairs are far more critical than players might initially expect, and the default crosshair in Valve's Counter-Strike 2 almost sets players up for failure. While climbing the challenging Counter-Strike 2 ranking system requires rigorous practice and aim training, adopting a quality crosshair is a straightforward step players can take to improve their performance and see instant results.

Professional players fine-tune their crosshairs for maximum precision and to suit their playstyle, which means they can vary in color, size, and style. This topic will provide players with the best crosshair codes of some of the top Counter-Strike 2 pros, such as S1mple, ZywOo, and NiKo, so players can easily import them and elevate their gameplay.

Updated May 9th, 2024, by Mia O'Connor: As Counter-Strike 2 continues to evolve, so do the strategies and tools players use to gain an advantage in this iconic FPS game. This article has been updated to showcase the best current crosshair configurations used by established CS2 pros and emerging talents. Rising stars like Donk and W0nderful are shaping the meta and influencing crosshair customization trends, so keeping up-to-date is crucial. This article will make it easy for players to select from the best CS2 crosshair codes to match their own gameplay style.

1 Donk's Crosshair Code

Rifler For Team Spirit

Known for his aggressive playstyle, Danil "donk" Kryshkovets has quickly risen to the top of the leaderboards and shown his potential to dominate the competitive scene. The Russian rifler is undoubtedly the biggest name in CS2 currently, so it's no wonder that players are eager to replicate his settings.

The young player for Team Spirit keeps up his unbelievable stats while using a small blocky green crosshair. Players can paste the code into their game settings to try out the entry fragger's crosshair setup.

2 YEKINDAR's Crosshair Code

Rifler For Team Liquid

Team Liquid's Mareks "YEKINDAR" Galinskis uses a faded green crosshair when entry fragging for his team.

The Latvian pro opts for a slightly larger crosshair than some of the dot-like crosshairs on this list, making it an excellent choice for those who also favor native resolution and, therefore, need a larger aiming reticle. Using this clean crosshair, YEKINDAR maintains pinpoint accuracy during his tournament runs.

3 XANTARES' Crosshair Code

Rifler For Eternal Fire

One of the most popular CS2 players, Can"XANTARES" Dörtkardeş gained recognition for being one of the best aimers in the game with his exceptional reaction time.

The Turkish prodigy uses a large, thin green crosshair with a wide central gap in which the enemy's head fits neatly. This configuration aids Eternal Fire's entry fragger in quickly delivering precise shots, making this crosshair well-suited for players who have honed their aiming abilities and are confident in consistently landing their flicks.

4 Frozen's Crosshair Code

Rifler For FaZe Clan

David "frozen" Čerňanský is a prominent figure in the CS2 esports scene and a key player for FaZe Clan. The Slovak rifler, known for his exceptional mechanical skills and world-class potential, opts for a green crosshair with no central dot, very similar to YEKINDAR's.

Many other pros on this list share Frozen's decision to use a green crosshair. It's a tried-and-true choice that offers reassuring consistency and good visibility in various in-game environments.

5 ElectroNic's Crosshair Code

Rifler For Virtus.pro

Denis "electroNic" Sharipov tends to sport a simple green crosshair when landing his signature clean shots for Virtus.pro.

ElectroNic has obtained an impressive list of trophies during his time on the competitive scene. He stands among the few elite players who have secured victories in both Major tournaments and Intel Grand Slam events. Players who aspire to emulate his success can use his neon green crosshair, which is fitting for both beginners and seasoned professionals.

6 S1mple's Crosshair Code

Counter-Strike Legend

The most iconic Counter-Strike professional player of all time, NAVI's Sasha "s1mple" Kostyliev primarily uses a thin cyan crosshair when rifling in CS2. S1mple is among the few players on this list and in the competitive scene incorporating a center dot in his crosshair.

This crosshair allows for pinpoint accuracy, one thing the legendary Ukrainian player is known for. Its high-contrast cyan color is a deliberate choice that ensures it stands out against the background of most Counter-Strike 2 maps. Players can try S1mple's crosshair by hitting the "Share or Import" option in the crosshair customization menu and pasting in the above code.

7 Twistzz's Crosshair Code

Rifler For Team Liquid

Russel "Twistzz" Van Dulken, known as North America's best CS2 player, uses a thin green crosshair to hit his infamous headshots. With a very small gap and static lines, Team Liquid's Canadian rifler adopts a classic and easily-recognizable plus-sign-shaped crosshair.

Twistzz uses a simple crosshair, allowing the player to focus on the target without unnecessary distractions, making it an ideal choice for newcomers to the addictive Counter-Strike series.

8 NiKo's Crosshair Code

Rifler For G2 Esports

A prominent figure in the Counter-Strike esports scene, Nikola "NiKo" Kova opts for a neat and small white crosshair in Counter-Strike 2. This almost invisible crosshair, which can get lost against the game's color scheme, is suddenly distinct when placed on an enemy's head, which the G2 player, known as the best rifler in the world, excels at.

It's crucial to note that NiKo, like many pros, employs a stretched resolution in CS2, which means the crosshair will appear significantly bigger and more visible to him than a player using the native 16:9 aspect ratio.

9 Ax1Le's Crosshair Code

Rifler For Cloud9

Sergey "Ax1Le" Rykhtorov from Cloud9 uses a crosshair that will likely suit a lot of players new to first-person shooters. The greater crosshair length and thin lines distinguish Ax1Le's crosshair from the more compact and blocky designs of his peers. This crosshair is ideal for players who prefer a broader aiming reticle and wish to improve visibility during combat.

Ax1Le's crosshair also stands out for its distinctive blue-green color, which deviates from the conventional green or cyan many pros favor. This is an important aspect that players may want to adjust when optimizing their crosshairs for their specific preference.

10 Dev1ce's Crosshair Code

AWPer For Astralis

Astralis legend Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz is regarded as one of the best Counter-Strike players of all time, and this remains true after a year-long break. He uses a thin cyan crosshair and forgoes any outlines like many players on this list.

The highly-decorated Danish player, who has won four Majors, is usually seen with the lethal AWP in his hand, meaning his crosshair is not visible. However, like all AWPers, he relies heavily on his crosshair to succeed in early rounds in order to later buy this expensive key weapon.

11 Sh1ro's Crosshair Code

AWPer For Team Spirit

Team Spirit's Dmitriy "sh1ro" Sokolov opts for a small dot-like crosshair choice, with very short lines and a moderate gap. The choice of a faded green hue and small size reduces clutter on the screen but also may pose a potential challenge for newcomers.

This choice underscores the importance of players finding crosshair settings attuned to their comfort and familiarity. Gamers can easily tweak any of these pros' crosshairs to see what they are most confident with. Crashz' Crosshair Generator v3 is an excellent Steam Workshop map where players can easily play around with the game's customization options.

12 ZywOo's Crosshair Code

AWPer For Team Vitality

At just 23 years old, Team Vitality's AWP player, Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut, is already being hailed as one of the most exceptional players in the competitive scene. Gamers can imitate the French pro by using his crosshair, which consists of a relatively standard small design, similar to Sh1ro's but even more compact.

Its vibrant cyan makes it easy to see in various in-game scenarios, making it a great choice that would suit most players.

13 ELiGE's Crosshair Code

Rifler For Complexity Gaming

Another standout North American player, Jonathan "EliGE" Jablonowski, uses a neon green plus sign crosshair. With thin lines and no central gap, EliGE's crosshair is a reliable and unobtrusive choice. The vibrant color choice contrasts well with most in-game backgrounds, which is particularly advantageous given the increased brightness in this latest Counter-Strike installment.

Players can copy and paste the Complexity star's crosshair code to try it out in their next match.

14 Ropz's Crosshair Code

Rifler For FaZe Clan

Robin "ropz" Kool, the prodigy who made history by becoming the first Estonian player to participate in and, subsequently, win a Major, plays with a rather standard thin green crosshair.

The Lurker for FaZe Clan is one of the few professional players to use the native resolution, which explains why the crosshair's lines are longer than some of the pinpoint crosshairs used by the likes of S1mple and NiKo.

15 M0NESY's Crosshair Code

AWPer For G2 Esports

Many expect the young Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov to be the next GOAT of the Counter-Strike scene, so it definitely can't hurt to try out his settings. The AWPer for G2 constantly changes his crosshair, which aligns with his innovative and adaptive playstyle.

M0NESY has recently been using an almost microscopic green crosshair. It has a very distinctive style and is incredibly small, making it best suited for seasoned Counter-Strike players.

Counter-Strike 2

Platform(s)

PC

Released

September 27, 2023

Developer(s)

Valve

Genre(s)

FPS

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